17. Dr. Rebecca Minter

Send us Fan MailDr. Rebecca Minter, Professor and Chair of the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, and Vice Chair of the American Board of Surgery, Board of Directors, reflects on her journey in surgery and shares her perspectives on impactful leadership, emphasizing the importance of influence over titles. She discusses challenges in performance evaluations, the need for strong mentorship, and her dedication to Entrustable Professional Activities and competency-based training in surgical education. Dr. Minter offers valuable advice for aspiring leaders in surgery, guiding listeners on how to navigate their careers and make meaningful contributions to the field. TakeawaysLeadership is about influence, not titles.Everyone can be a leader at any level.Networking is crucial for career advancement.Self-awareness is essential for growth.Faculty assessment needs improvement.Mentorship should be intentional and structured.Competency-based training is the future of education.Feedback is vital for leadership development.Aspiring leaders should focus on their impact.